The Kwara State Education Conference, held on November 14 at the Banquet Hall in Ilorin, marked a pivotal moment in education reform as it brought together visionaries, policymakers, and educators to shape a transformative path for youth empowerment through STEAM education.

This groundbreaking event celebrated individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing education in Kwara State and beyond, recognizing their dedication, innovation, and impact in their respective fields.

The event honoured a diverse group of leaders and contributors to education, with the following recipients taking center stage:

1. Her Excellency, Ambassador Professor Olufolake Abdulrazaq, First Lady of Kwara State, for her unwavering support for education and visionary leadership.

2. Professor Wahab Egbewole SAN, Vice Chancellor, University of Ilorin, for his exceptional contributions to academia and student development.

3. Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh, Vice Chancellor, Kwara State University, for his leadership and commitment to educational excellence.

4. Mr. Nurudeen Lawal, Founder of Quality Education Development Associates (QEDA), for enhancing the quality of education in Kwara.

5. Mr. Ezekiel Bamigboye, Sales Manager at DigitalEd, for promoting digital education solutions.

6. Mrs. Ronke Soyombo, Special Adviser on Education to the Governor of Ogun State, for her impactful education policy and reforms.

7. Mrs. Dele Tejuoso, CEO of WifiCombat Academy, for integrating technology into education.

8. Mrs. Lambe K.A., Director of Quality Assurance, Ministry of Education, Kwara State, for upholding educational standards.

9. Mr. Mohammed Baba Salihu SP, Principal of ANCOPSS, for leadership in secondary education.

10. Dr. (Mrs.) Fowowe Patience Adetoun, Founder of Effective International College, for delivering quality education in Kwara.

11. Prof. AbdulRazzaq AbdulMajeed Alaro, for academic excellence and service to the education sector.

12. Mr. Martin Akhanemeh, Branch Comptroller, WASSCE, for contributions to education and innovation.

13. Dr. (Mrs.) Suhurat Ikeola Olatinwo, Lecturer at UNILORIN, for advancing technical education.

14. Mr. Kayode Ishola, Special Assistant on Digital Innovation, for driving digital transformation in education.

15. Ogbeni Seun David Ogunniyi Adato, Kwara House of Assembly member, for supporting legislative efforts in education.

16. Dr. Alexander Gbenga Ogundele, Lecturer, Kwara State College of Education, for scholarly contributions to education.

17. Abdullateef Hikmah Atinuke, student and beneficiary of the Kwara State free coding and digital literacy boot camp.

18. Mr. Abubakar Wahab Ishola, teacher and participant in the Global Educators Program, for advancing educational growth.

The conference highlighted the critical role of collaboration and innovation in building an inclusive, transformative, and future-ready education system.

“We are immensely grateful for the contributions of these exceptional individuals. Their achievements set the bar for excellence and inspire us all to push the boundaries of education,” said Dr Tola Salau, one of the organisers.

She added, “Their achievements align with our vision of a future-ready education system—one that equips Nigerian youth with the skills and knowledge to thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.

“We are immensely grateful for their contributions and look forward to further collaboration as we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and transformative education system in Kwara State and beyond.”

The event concluded with a resounding commitment to advancing education in Kwara State, fostering innovation, and empowering the next generation of leaders.

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